Rights Groups Warn of Escalating Crackdown on Minorities in Iran

The U.S. State Department has condemned Iran’s death sentences against protesters from the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom movement, urging Tehran to halt executions, free unjustly detained individuals, and end its repression. The protests began after the death of Mahsa Jina Amini in morality police custody, sparking nationwide unrest. Rights groups report that detainees have faced [...]

Tension And Uncertainty Over Israeli Hostages In Gaza

Since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, around 50 Israeli hostages are still held in Gaza. Some are believed to be dead, while others may still be alive. Talks are happening between the U.S., Qatar, Egypt, Israel, and Hamas to reach a deal. The goal is to exchange the hostages for Palestinian prisoners, stop the [...]

Lebanon Plans To Disarm Hezbollah Amid Rising Tensions

Lebanon's government is planning to disarm Hezbollah by the end of 2025, hoping to put all weapons under state control. The move comes under pressure from the U.S. following last year's deadly war with Israel, which claimed more than 4,000 lives. Hezbollah militantly resists the plan, describing it as serving Israel's interests and undermining Lebanon's [...]

20 Killed as Trucks Overturn on Crowd in Gaza, Hamas-Run Civil Defence Reports

GAZA STRIP: Twenty people have lost their lives, and many others have been hurt after four trucks flipped over in central Gaza. Reports say that crowds rushed towards the trucks and climbed on top of them, which made it hard for the drivers to steer on the bumpy roads. It’s not clear what exactly caused [...]

Tourism And Drought Strain Water In Western Türkiye

Western Türkiye is facing a serious water crisis due to a mix of drought and high tourist demand. In the village of Germiyan, locals once drew water from just 8–9 meters deep, but now must dig 170 meters to find any. In Cesme, a busy seaside resort, drinking water is now limited to 10 hours [...]

Fresh Violence Breaks Ceasefire In Syria’s Sweida

Armed militias attacked internal security troops in Syria's Sweida province, killing an officer and wounding others. The attackers also bombarded surrounding villages, violating a recent ceasefire. The clash started in mid-July between tribal fighters and Druze groups. The Syrian government deployed troops to halt the violence, and Israel conducted airstrikes, explaining that it desired to [...]

War Leaves Lebanese Schools In Ruins

Between September and November 2024, Israeli soldiers occupied several schools in southern Lebanon after fighting with Hezbollah. Investigations suggest that in at least two cases, the schools were intentionally destroyed, looted, and damaged, and these acts can be termed as war crimes. Over 100 schools were burned or seriously damaged, preventing thousands of children from [...]

Israel Under Pressure To Save Hostages

Two new videos released by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad show two Israeli hostages, Evyatar David and Rom Braslavski, in terrible condition. Evyatar is seen digging in a tunnel, saying he’s growing weaker every day. Rom is crying in pain, unable to walk or eat. Their families agreed to share the videos to show their [...]

Iran’s Medicine Crisis Deepens Amid Soaring Prices, Shortages

Iran is facing a severe medicine crisis marked by shortages, skyrocketing prices, and poor-quality or expired drugs, deepening public frustration. Iranians are struggling to access essential medications, hygiene products, and treatments, with basic items like menstrual pads, insulin, and asthma sprays becoming unaffordable or unavailable. Many have turned to foreign markets to obtain reliable medicines. [...]

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